

Turkmenistan: Plugging the leaks
Despite popular outrage, eased travel with Russia is a boon for some Georgians
Giorgi Lomsadze
May 24, 2023
Russia's charm offensive has undeniable benefits for some Georgians, even those who see through the geopolitical gambit.
Tajikistan: Dual citizenship-holders fear Russian army call-up
Jun 1, 2023
Nationalist calls for migrants in Russia to "pay their dues" are starting to be heard against a mounting backdrop of xenophobic sentiment.
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View MoreKyrgyzstan: Security services arrest alleged coup plotters from obscure party
Jun 6, 2023
President Japarov appears most nervous of alleged plots that mirror how he himself came to power.
Uzbekistan: Leading Karakalpak activist loses appeal
Jun 6, 2023
Local media and the diplomatic community took little to no interest in the case.
Dissident Iranian-Azerbaijani TV chief speaks out after beating in U.S.
Heydar Isayev
Jun 6, 2023
Ahmad Obali, a prominent proponent of Azerbaijani nationalism in Iran and virulent critic of the Islamic Republic, refused to speak about who might have attacked him.
Georgian government criticized over brazen crackdown on freedom of expression
Nini Gabritchidze
Jun 5, 2023
The arrest of protesters for holding placards, including blank ones, struck many as eerily reminiscent of similar practices in Russia.
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EurasiaChat: Tajikistan's press-gang style
Cynicism abounds in this edition, from elections to visits by EU dignitaries, but then there's some upbeat talk on trains.
